The UNPACKIN' it Podcast With Bryce Johnson

Mike Gminski played four years at Duke from 1976 to 1980, was named the ACC Rookie of the Year, and also won the ACC Player of the Year award. When he left Duke, he was the career leader in points, rebounds, and blocked shots, and his number 43 is retired in his honor. He was drafted in the first round of the 1980 NBA draft, 7th overall, by the New Jersey Nets. Throughout his 14-year NBA career, he also played for the 76ers, Hornets, and Bucks.After playing basketball, he has been a long-time analyst, working for the Hornets, CBS Sports, Raycom Sports, and Fox Sports Net, and is currently part of the CW's ACC coverage. He is a Peer Recovery Coach at Sana Recovery. He’s joining us today to share about his journey with sobriety and how Jesus has changed his life.Topics include:What we can learn from the recovery communityThe NBA FinalsFinding freedom in ChristSurrendering to ChristTransparency and admitting to our strugglesThe NBA DraftDuke losing in the Final FourPurchase a copy of "The Sports Devotional: Pro Football Edition" today.Visit the Fantasy Football Fellowship website to get signed up to participate in our exciting and encouraging ministry.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

In the next episode of our "Summer Interview Series," Bryce Johnson talks with Pro Football Hall of Famer Kevin Mawae.  During the conversation, Kevin unpacks how the NFL has evolved over the past few decades, the steps to becoming a professional in the NFL, the importance of daily Bible reading and growing in faith alongside other believers, and how to involve your spouse in your faith life.  For more information about Kevin's upcoming football camp, visit the Louisiana Line Camp website.Purchase a copy of "The Sports Devotional: Pro Football Edition" today.Visit the Fantasy Football Fellowship website in order to get signed up to participate in our exciting and encouraging ministry.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

In this episode of our "Summer Interview Series," Bryce Johnson talks with ESPN broadcaster Matt Schick.  During the conversation, Matt unpacks his love for college baseball, how sports media coverage is adapting, the importance of preparation in our walk of faith, and being a faithful spiritual leader for your family.  Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit the Fantasy Football Fellowship website in order to get signed up to participate in our exciting and encouraging ministry.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Today's episode is brought to you by Upward Sports!In the kickoff episode of our "Summer Interview Series," Bryce Johnson talks with Al Mead, gold medal-winning Paralympic champion.  Al unpacks how he responded to a traumatic childhood injury that forced him to lose his leg, the resiliency necessary to navigate life, how Upward Sports has been an effective tool in ministry, and life as a husband and "girl dad."  Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit the Fantasy Football Fellowship website to sign up for our exciting and encouraging ministry.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Bryce Johnson unpacks how NFL teams still have limited depth at certain positions…and how we can add depth to relationships and areas of our lives.Today's Questions:1. Why is it important that we cultivate deep relationships with other people in our lives?2. What does it practically look like to have depth in our relationship with God?3. How does being a deep thinker help you grow in your understanding of who God is and how you can please Him?Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit Fantasy Football Fellowship in order to find out more about our ministry that can help you bring meaning and purpose to your Fantasy league.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Bryce Johnson unpacks the four Game 7s from the NBA and NHL…and how we can be encouraged not to procrastinate but to live with a Game 7 mentality.Today's Questions:1. What is the practical impact of regularly contemplating the brevity of life?2. How are our lives impacted by procrastinating and not having a sense of urgency?3. How is it possible for us to have peace and joy when we are dealing with difficult circumstances?Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit Fantasy Football Fellowship in order to find out more about our ministry that can help you bring meaning and purpose to your Fantasy league.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Bryce Johnson and guest Nate Salley unpack how NFL Draft players are evaluated and viewed by others — and how we deal with the tension of other people's opinions of us.Watch the full podcast on the UNPACKIN' it YouTube channel!Check out Nate Salley's website!Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit UNPACKIN' it in order to sign up for our weekly email devotionals.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host Ridge Thomas unpack how hope surrounding the NFL Draft disappears once it unfolds…and how we can remain hopeful regardless of our circumstances.Today's Questions:1. How can we learn to have hope no matter what circumstances we are facing?2. What is the connection between being grateful and living with hope?3. What are the potential dangers of anchoring our hope in anything other than Jesus?Watch the full podcast on the UNPACKIN' it YouTube channel!Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit UNPACKIN' it in order to sign up for our weekly email devotionals.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to find out how you can reach people for Jesus through sports.

Bryce Johnson and guest co-host Evan Albertyn unpack how Rory rode a roller coaster to victory at the Masters…and how we embrace the roller coaster ride of life.Today's Questions:1. How can we learn to "embrace the process" as we navigate life?2. What potential traps should you watch out for when life seems to be going well?3. How does looking to the future help us stay steady in the present?Click here to give a gift to support our ministry.Visit UNPACKIN' it to sign up for our weekly email devotionals.Learn more about our sponsor, Upward Sports, to discover how to reach people for Jesus through sports.